HP DVD Writer 640i with lightscribe technology
Features:
Conveniently preserve, transport, and share your videos, photos, and music
Burn a CD or DVD, then flip the disc over and burn on a durable, permanent label that won't peel off or get sticky and jam in your DVD writer/reader
Write and design your own original, creative labels using photos, images2 (learn about creating LightScribe designs at
http://www.LightScribe.com)
Write to DVD±R/±RW format as well as CD-R/RW3
Double your storage space to 8.5GB per disc without having to turn the disc over4 or continue using single-layer DVDs
Save data faster with cutting-edge speeds: single-layer DVD writing at up to 16x, CD writing at up to 40x
Put together photo slide shows, plus edit video, with the included software
Specifications:
Connectivity: Internal drive
Write speed: 16x DVD+R; 8x DVD-R; 2.4x DL DVD; 24x CD-R
Rewrite speed: 24x CD-R, DVD±RW up to 4X
Read speed: 16x DVD+R; 8x DVD-R, 2.4x DL DVD; 24x CD-R
Compatibility:
Write: CD-R, CD-RW, DVD+RW, DVD+R, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD-R, DVD-RW media.
Read: DVD-ROM, DVD+R, DVD+R DL, DVD+RW, DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD-Video, CD-R, CD-RW, CD-DA, CD Extra, CD-ROM XA & Cd, Photo-CD, VCD, CD-Text
System requirements: Microsoft Windows XP or 2000 Professional SP3; 800MHz Intel® Pentium® III (1.6GHz recommended); 128MB RAM (256MB recommended for video editing); 660MB hard disk space for software and DVD video disc creation
Software: ArcSoft® ShowBiz™, Sonic, CyberLink™ PowerDVD®, SureThing (for LightScribe labeling)
Sony VRDVC20 DVDirect DVD Recorder
Features
Dont let memories fade away, enjoy them on convenient DVDs
Connects directly to camcorder or VCR - No computer required
DV input and Analog Composite and S-Video inputs
Records on DVD+R/+RW discs, even DVD+R DL double layer discs
Make home movie DVDs you can easily share and enjoy
Works just like a VCR for convenient, hassle-free recording
Real time MPEG encoding ensures highest possible quality
Can even be connected to computer for high speed DVD burning/copying
Re-discover the joy of home movies by transferring them to DVD
Complete with accessories and software to get you up and burning fast
Award winning Nero Software Bundle (for computer attached burning)
Additional DV (Digital Video) Input for faster high quality digital recording
Records both + and - formats in stand alone mode
Increased speed of recording 4x DVD+R Double Layer (DL), 16x DVD+R, 8x DVD+RW, 16x DVD-R, 6x DVD-RW
And added a Kensington Security Slot when connected to a computer (Available in late May to distribution)
Technical Specs Model Number: VRD-VC20 - External Hybrid Standalone or Computer Attached DVD Recorder
Stand-Alone Recording Mode:
Supported Media for Stand-alone Operation: DVD+R, DVD+R DL (Double Layer), DVD+RW, DVD-R, DVD-RW
DVD Recording Mode: DVD+VR, DVD-Video
Supported Video Format: MPEG2
Automatic Chaptering: 5, 10 or 15 minutes
Synchronized Recording: Auto-start/stop recording with most camcorders/VCRs
Recording Times: HQ (single layer: 1 hour, double layer: 2 hours); SP (single layer: 2 hours, double layer: 4 hours); SLP (single layer: 6 hours, double layer: 12 hours)
Supported Sound Format: Dolby Digital (AC3)
Inputs: DV (i.LINK/Firewire Compatible) x1; Composite video (yellow RCA jack) x 1; S-Video x 1; Analog audio 2ch (red and white RCA jacks)
Computer-Attached Recording Mode
Supported Media Types & Speeds:
DVD+R DL: 4X CLV (max.) writing
DVD+R: 16X CAV (max.) writing
DVD+RW: 8X Z-CLV (max.) rewriting
DVD-R: 16X CAV(max.) writing
DVD-RW: 6X CLV (max.) rewriting
DVD-ROM reading (single layer): 16X CAV (max.)
DVD-ROM reading (dual layer): 8X CAV (max.)
CD-R: 48X P-CAV (max.) writing
CD-RW: 24X Z-CLV (max.) rewriting
CD-ROM: 48X CAV (max) reading
Interface: Hi Speed USB 2.0 (USB 1.1 compatible at slower speeds)
OS Support: Compatible with Microsoft Windows 2000 / Windows XP
Burst Data Transfer Rate: High Speed USB 2.0: 480 Mbit/s max
Random Access Time: 140 ms (CD-ROM), 135 ms (DVD-ROM)
Buffer Memory: 8 MB
Buffer Under-run Error Protection Technology: Sony Power-Burn conformed
Package Contents
External VRD-VC20 DVD Recorder
Ahead NeroVision Express DVD video editing and authoring software
Ahead Nero Burning ROM SE CD/DVD mastering software
Ahead InCD drive letter recording software
Ahead Nero Showtime soft DVD player software
Ahead Nero BackitUp backup software
AC Adapter and USB cable
Users Manual and Quick Start Guide
System Requirements
Pentium III 800 MHz or faster (or equivalent) CPU minimum. Pentium IV 1.6GHz or faster (or equivalent) CPU is recommended for real time video authoring/editing
256 MB of RAM
10GB of hard disk space
Windows 2000 or Windows XP Home or Professional Operating Systems
Warranty: One Year Limited
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